
Studio Apartments for Rent in El Monte, CA (327 Rentals)


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Aston at Gateway

Regency-Baldwin Apartments

Palm Villas Apartments

3335 California Ave

Baldwin Valley Apartments

3750 Cypress Ave

3495-3505 Whistler Ave

4527-4533 Huddart Ave

2810 New Deal Ave
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2941 Maxson Road

Avila

4526 Santa Anita Ave

9919 Rio Hondo Pkwy

11724--11730 Lansdale Ave

11912-11914 Liscomb St

3846-3854 Maxson Rd

3157-3163 Adelia Ave

2347-2357 Valwood Ave

VuePointe
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10124 Garvey Ave

3155-3159 Havenpark Ave

2461 Potrero Ave

11552 Forest Grove St

4038 Maxson Rd

9960 Cedar Ln

3715 Pine Ave

11802 Lansdale Ave

3923 Penn Mar Ave

2825 Dee Ave
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11553 Forest Grove St

2717 Leafdale Ave

11111 Dodson St

Rowland Gardens

3918 Velma Ave

3041 Seaman Ave

11550 Forest Grove St

Shadeaire Trailer Park

3527 Whistler Ave

11845-11847 Ferris Rd
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4224-4240B Cogswell Rd

3507 Maxson Rd

2650-2656 Santa Anita Ave

3908 Cogswell Rd

2638-2644 Peck Rd

10823 Elliott Ave

2833-2835 New Deal Ave

RowBoat

The Vista at the Gateway

2226 Bunker Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Monte?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
El Monte Studio Apartments | $1,929 | $1,175 | $2,443 |
| El Monte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,143 | $1,582 | $5,150 |
| El Monte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,326 | $2,150 | $4,958 |
| El Monte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,850 | $2,600 | $3,255 |
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Largest Available El Monte Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in El Monte, CA is found at Aston at Gateway in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood and is 505 square feet priced from $2,168. Parker CA has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 450 square feet and currently listed start at $1,605. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in El Monte:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aston at Gateway | A | 505 Sq Ft | $2,168 |
| Parker CA | StudioR | 450 Sq Ft | $1,605 |
| Park Plaza | Studio | 362 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| Emerald Apartments | Studio | 300 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
| Palm Villas Apartments | Studio | 255 Sq Ft | $1,175 |
Cheapest Available El Monte Studio Apartments
As of June 14, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in El Monte, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,175 at Palm Villas Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable El Monte Studio is the Studio Model at Emerald Apartments starting at $1,495 . The average price for all Studio apartments in El Monte is currently $1,929. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in El Monte:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Villas Apartments | Studio | $1,175 |
| Emerald Apartments | Studio | $1,495 |
| Parker CA | StudioR | $1,605 |
| Park Plaza | Studio | $1,650 |
| Aston at Gateway | A | $2,168 |
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El Monte Overview
El Monte is mostly a residential area covering 10 plusásquare miles. The city is around 12 miles east of Los Angeles's central business district. With beautiful Southern California weather and its proximity to all the best SoCal beaches, El Monte is a great place to live, especially if you're single. It's also a good place to live for young families because there is so much to explore. Not only that, but rent is more reasonable in this area than in many other Los Angeles suburbs.
Why live in El Monte, CA?
El Monte is close to all the best things that Southern California has to offer. With warm weather and beautiful beaches nearby, plus tons of shopping, excellent restaurants, and reasonable rental prices, El Monte apartments have plenty to offer families and singles alike.
El Monte, CAPopulation: 115,586
Ranked #251
in US Census Population by City
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio El Monte Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in El Monte with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in El Monte is at Palm Villas Apartments listed at $1,175.
How much is the average rent for a Studio El Monte Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in El Monte is $1,929.
What is the largest available Studio El Monte Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in El Monte is a 505 square feet unit starting from $2,168 at Aston at Gateway.
What is the average size for El Monte Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in El Monte is currently 0 sq ft.
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